These Were the 2 Top-Performing Stocks in the Dow Jones Industrial Average in February 2025

Summary of Key Points Core Viewpoint - The Dow Jones Industrial Average index experienced a decline of 1.6% in February, with notable performances from Coca-Cola and Verizon, which were the top gainers among the index constituents. Group 1: Coca-Cola - Coca-Cola was the best-performing stock in February, driven by strong earnings, reporting a 6.4% year-over-year revenue growth for Q4 and a 14% surge in organic revenue [2] - The company's operating margin increased to 23.5% from 21%, and earnings per share (EPS) rose by 12% [2] - For the full year, Coca-Cola reported a 3% growth in revenue and a 12% growth in organic revenue, despite a reduction in free cash flow to $4.7 billion due to tax litigation [3] - Coca-Cola announced a quarterly dividend hike of 5.2$40 billion [5] - In 2024, Verizon added nearly 2.5 million postpaid mobility and broadband subscribers, grew total wireless service revenue by 3%, and generated $19.8 billion in free cash flow [6] - Verizon raised its dividend for the 18th consecutive year, although it anticipates slightly slower wireless service revenue growth of 2$18 billion for 2025 [6]